New York Arts Program

The New York Arts Program (NYAP) has been in New York City a long time. Over 50 years to be exact. We think it’s a special place, with great opportunities in the arts.  Our program puts your creativity to work with a fully immersive experience in New York City, through internships, individual advising, seminars, program events, and a capstone project.

The program is open to undergraduates or recent post-baccalaureate students ready to begin forging their professional path in the arts & creative industries. Academic credit is issued by NYAP’s managing college, Ohio Wesleyan University.

We welcome artists of all kinds, whether you're pursuing a career in visual arts, art history, film, media, music, theatre, dance, writing, publishing etc. or just want to explore the creative industries more generally! 

Undergraduate and Post Graduate Application Deadlines:

PLEASE NOTE: We strongly encourage students to apply by our First Round Deadline, specifically if you are interested in internships at TV networks, publishing houses, literary agencies or museums. Internships in these fields can be very competitive in NYC and may have early deadlines.

Students who would like to be considered for internships in a competitive field should apply by the first round deadline.

Spring 2026 Semester  
Round 1 - October 1st, 2025
Round 2 - October 20th, 2025

Fall 2025 Semester
Apply by March 9th, 2025

*Applications received by the application deadline are given priority.  Applications received after those deadlines are reviewed by the NY Arts Program on a rolling basis according to space availability. Undergraduate students who wish to apply for the New York Arts Program 1969 Fellowship must submit their application by the deadline to be considered.

For details on Admissions and Costs: https://www.newyorkartsprogram.org/admissions